The Lyndhurst Directory - February 2011

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The Lyndhurst Directory

Hello Lyndhurst, Welcome to the 8th edition of The Lyndhurst Directory! Well it certainly is a packed one Edition 8 with lots of local trades people from garden designers, to plumbers, stamp enthusiasts, dentists, insurance brokers, interior designers, car servicing, local estate agents, solicitors and many, many more! All are local to you and wanting to help. Please give any of them a call for some friendly advice or better still get them to fix a problem or Published by: improve an area for you. The longevity of the Stephen & Debbie Corney magazine is testament to all the calls you Telephone: have made already! Please continue. We also 01202 894397 have some pages of local information for you.

Email: There is lots going on, so do join in where you info@lyndhurstdirectory.co.uk can. For example The New Forest Art Society Copy deadline for the has some interesting meetings coming up.

March 2011 edition There is a showcase of local student art at of The Brockenhurst The Balmer Lawn Hotel — see page 10. There Guide: is a photo competition being judged by Chris 25th February 2011 Packham — see page 18. There is also Disclaimer: Whilst every care has information from the New Forest Association been taken to ensure that data in this publication is accurate, the which maybe of interest to you on page 4. If pu bl ish e r can n o t acce pt any you have an event you would like to publicise liability to any party to loss or please call or email me. I would love to hear d a ma g e c au se d b y e r r o rs o r o m i s s i o n s r e s u l t i n g f r o m from you. negligence, accident or any other Steve and I hope you are well and looking cause.

The Lyndhurst Directory does not forward to some spring weather, after our officially endorse any advertising few cold months. ma t e r i a l in c lu de d w i th in t h e p u b l i c a t i o n . N o p a r t o f t h i s All the Best, publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval systems or transmitted in any form, without prior permission of the publisher.

Debbie and Stephen Corney Cover Photo: Blackwater

Useful Numbers Lyndhurst Police Station Southern Electricity Transco Gas Emergency Southampton Gen. Hosp.

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New Forest Association appalled at Forestry Commission sell off plans The New Forest Association has hit out at Government plans to sell off the 'crown jewels' of the New Forest, labelling the plans “appalling”. The charity has also warned that the plans, published today (January 27), could lead to people being charged to use the New Forest.

“Plans to find a charity to run the New Forest show a complete lack of understanding of how the forest works,” said New Forest Association Chairman William Ziegler. “In the 64 page Government consultation document 1 there is no reference to the commoning system, which has created and m a i n t a i n e d th e f o r e s t f o r a l l t o appreciate.

“This new threat is the most serious attack on the New Forest for 160 years.

Any charity that takes on owning and managing the New Forest will be required to find its own funding after initial government help to offset the £2.9m annual deficit. This could mean charging the public for access to the New Forest and will almost certainly involve selling off parts of the estate which currently provide the cornerstone of commoning.”

particular the keepers have huge local and specialist knowledge of the wildlife which should not be swept away at the stroke of a Whitehall pen,” he said.

“We are shocked by the proposals - the Government must be left in no doubt as to the real value of the New Forest and we commend everyone that cares about the area to let their thoughts be known to DEFRA.” The New Forest Association, formed in 1867, is a charitable organisation which has over 140 years of experience in working to preserve, conserve and protect the New Forest. It was formed at a time when Government measures threatened to sell off the New Forest in the middle of the 19th century.

The Association is dedicated to the preservation, conservation and protection of the New Forest and is a membership based organization. Further information can be found at: www.newforestassociation.org

Mr Ziegler said the existing system of management, involving the various but interlocking interests of commoning, conservation, timber production and recreation, would be lost alongside the expertise that the Forestry Commission has gained over many decades.

“The Forestry Commission’s staff and in

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Make a Lasting Power of Attorney Have you ever thought about what would happen to your assets and affairs, such as your home, savings or bank accounts, if you became unable to manage things for yourself in later life? Or what if you were to suffer a debilitating stroke, or develop Alzheimer’s?

In most instances an application would need to be made to the Court of Protection to obtain a court order appointing a deputy to manage your affairs on your behalf. The process is costly, time consuming and can result in a decision being made that you may not have necessarily made yourself.

The alternative is much better, simpler and cheaper: make a lasting power of attorney (LPA) now. An LPA is a legal document where you can give the person or persons of your choice (called attorneys) authority to make decisions on your behalf. You can decide who will act for you, when and in what circumstances, and what the scope of their authority will be.

There are two types of LPA. You can make either or both. A Property and Finance LPA (PF LPA) gives your attorneys authority to deal with your property and finances as you specify whether you have or lack mental capacity. A Health and Welfare LPA (HW LPA) allows your attorneys to make welfare and health care decisions on your behalf, but only when you lack mental capacity to do so yourself. This could also extend, if you wish, to giving or refusing consent to the continuation of life sustaining treatment.

Once you have decided who you want to act for you, and the LPA has been

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prepared, the procedure is very simple.

You sign the LPA in front of an independent person such as your solicitor who will ensure that you fully understand and are happy with the LPA. Your chosen attorneys then sign. The LPA is then registered at the Office of the Public Guardian. Once registered, the PF LPA can be used as and when needed. The HW LPA can be used only if you become mentally incapable of making health and welfare decisions.

In my opinion LPAs rank alongside Wills as vitally important documents that ideally every capable adult should have in place. I tend to think of LPAs as insurance policies - and cheap ones at that. They are the simplest and most effective way of allowing the persons of your choice to manage your affairs, in the way that you want them to. True, an LPA may never need to be used - all well and good - but if it is needed, which is often the case in later life, a considerable amount of time and money would have been saved, and a period of uncertainty and anxiety avoided.

I am a Solicitor in Scott Bailey LLP’s Private Client department which specialises in Lasting Powers of Attorney, Wills, Probate, Trust and Inheritance Tax planning matters. If you would like more information please contact me on 01590 676933 or email me at lloyd@scottbailey.co.uk

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Kevin Shaw and Associates Chartered Surveyors We are able to offer : Building Surveys RICS Homebuyer Reports Energy Performance Certificates Valuations Development Appraisals Dilapidations Leasehold Reform

We are a firm of independent Chartered Surveyors covering the New Forest and surrounding areas.

With local knowledge and expertise, we offer a professional service with a personal and friendly touch.

Tel: 01590 624880 Mob: 07877 868519 Web: www.shawsurveyors.co.uk

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Balmer Lawn Hotel Showcases Local College Student Art The Balmer Lawn Hotel is showcasing the best of the art produced by the students of nearby Brockenhurst College on Wednesday March 9 th and Thursday March 10th from 10 am to 4 pm. The Hotel has donated the use of several of their main interconnecting function rooms, so that a whole variety of different art can be displayed. The Exhibition will be opened by David Yates, Chief Executive of the New Forest District Council.

This is a golden opportunity for the public to view the work of these fantastic artists and see just how good they are. Maybe you will be looking at the famous of the future?

Th e work on disp lay will include fine art, ceramics, graphics, textiles and photography drawn from the best work by the students across the full range of courses at the college.

Many of the students are designing and producing work especially for this exhibition so it is hoped that everyone will come and view their work and support these talented youngsters.

To make it even more interesting, the A level Art History students will be acting as the curators, with the help of their tutors, as part of their own course work. Hence the benefits for the students are

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more than just having a wonderful opportunity to exhibit their work in a public setting, it forms part of some of their course work but also gives them a unique experience that may well inspire them to take their talent further.

The Balmer lawn Hotel looks forward to welcoming you all. For further information either ring the Hotel on 01590 623116 or contact Jo Landles Head of the Division of Creative and Core Studies at Brockenhurst College on 01590 625555.

Just one of the many exhibits that will be appearing at the showcase

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Are You Planning An Event This Year?

Most of us at some stage of our busy lives will need to cater for an important event be it a Wedding, Christening, Birthday, Special Anniversary, or Passing of Exams.

Immediately several questions are first and foremost in our minds: • How much will it cost?

• Where will we hold it?

A little time to discuss the planning and catering for your special event whatever it may be will enable you to relax in the knowledge that all those worries associated with organising the event can be taken away ensuring your enjoyment and complete satisfaction on your special day!

Sally Curtis Catering

• What sort of food shall we have?

• How many people can we invite?

To cater for an event in a hotel can be expensive. So many times I have been to visit a client and the problem faced is much that we would love to hold our celebration here, we don’t have a lot of room.

A relatively small garden can house a marquee these days. With the new frame systems that are available they come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. This option can enable one to extend the guest list for a wedding or larger party without that never ending problem of the guest list.

Other options can be making enquiries locally for venue’s that are available for hire. These are usually moderately priced and providing they have an adequate kitchen area can be an ideal solution.

As an independent caterer for over 25 years, we can adapt to most situations as indeed I have had to sometimes deal with last minute anxieties but always ending up with a positive result.

The benefits of a Caterer can mean that your precise requirements can be met both with your choice of menu and the venue.

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February’s Gardening Tips From Paul Chatfield of Chatfield’s Garden & Property Services Trees and Shrubs There is still time to plant trees and shrubs if th e ta sk h a s n ot b e en al re ad y completed. Making sure the holes are dug big enough and deep enough for the root ball, also taking in consideration to use a good tree and shrub compost.

Climbers and Wall-Plants Species and cultivars of Clematis that flower Summer & Autumn on new shoots made in the current season will benefit from a hard prune now.

Fruit There is still time for both planting and pruning but try to complete task before new growth starts.

Vegetables Seed potatoes should be removed from their bags and set to sprout in trays or shallow boxes (shed or greenhouse).

Greenhouse and Frame Greenhouse should have been sterilized.

Carnations and Chrysanthemums can be propagated from cuttings 55-60f (13-15c).

Give free ventilation except on cold nights.

Roses The main pruning of bush and standard House Plants Roses should be carried out between the Plants at home, particularly flowering ones middle of the month and late March. need lots of light and free ventilation not Borders and Beds stuck between blinds or curtains kept out During mild spells weeds will start to grow. of drafts and be careful not to over water, Deal with them as soon as they appear as just damp. Always check how your plant they will be easier to remove. looks.

Bulbs and Corms Dahlia tubers in store for the Winter should be inspected to make sure that they are healthy and plump. Any bad patches should be cut away with a clean and sharp knife and dipped in Sulphur.

Chatfield’s Garden & Property Services North 2, Sway Storage & Workshops Barrows Lane, Sway, Lymington Hants, SO41 6DD Tel: 01590 682828 Mobile: 07821 610923

Rock Gardens and Pools All leaves should have been removed by now. Mild spells may bring weeds & slugs, remove weeds while small and treat the slugs with slug bait (with suitable containers sunken in the ground, beer is a good tip.)

Lawns There is still time to lay turf for a new lawn or to repair an old one. Not a good tip to lay in muddy or icy conditions.

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North 2, Sway Storage & Workshops Barrows Lane, Sway, Lymington, Hampshire, SO41 6DD

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Chris Packham to Judge Photo Competition – s o ge t t h o s e c a m e ras c l i c k i n g !

Chris Packham has agreed to judge the Master Builder’s Hotel photographic competition which begins in January.

This is open to everyone and will be spread over three months with a different category for each month.

Prizes will be awarded to the best photograph in the category and then the overall winner will be judged and chosen, with the prize being a free stay, dinner bed and breakfast at the Master Builder’s House Hotel.

The Title of the competition is Reflection of the New Forest with a different subject for each month • January – Wild Creatures of the New Forest • February – Visions of the New Forest Landscape • March – Life on the lakes, rivers and streams of the New Forest With beautiful views over the Beaulieu River and set at the end of the grassy street that is Buckler’s Hard village, it is difficult to imagine a more picturesque setting for a hotel on the whole south coast of England. Though contestants can take their photographs anywhere in

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the New Forest, they may be hard put to find a more unique setting than right by the Hotel.

Accommodation is free if you book for dinner (see web site for more information).

The award ceremony for the announcement of the overall winner will take place at The Master Builder’s Hotel in April and the category winners and those highly commended will be invited to attend.

To enter please send photographs digitally to the General Manager of the Hotel, Colin Curran at colin@themasterbuilders.co.uk with a (maximum) 50 word description of the photograph and their name and full contact details.

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WAGGY TAILS RESCUE, is a registered charity based in Ferndown. They rescue and re-home dogs that have been abandoned, neglected or otherwise in need of a good home.

Could I be your valentine?

My name is Draco and I am a v er y hands om e Rot tw ei ler / Doberman cross, about 18 months old. I wouldn’t be here at all if Waggy Tails Rescue hadn’t sent a van up to the Pound I was in and collected me and some of my friends. We were all about to be put to sleep on Christmas Eve! But now we all have a second chance and, although they have brought me to a lovely foster home - I would really like someone special to love.

I love people, but am not so keen on other dogs (and don’t mention the C. A. T word!). As you can see, I am a big, strong boy so need a big home with a large garden, or better still, some land which I could guard for you when I am not charging around!

I have been well looked after (my previous owners neutered me and I am also microchipped) and, despite my size, I do love to be cuddled. Could I cuddle you please?

For more information on Draco and his friends, please phone 01202 875000!

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NEW FOREST ART SOCIETY The NEW FOREST ART SOCIETY meets between 7.30 - 9.30pm on the third Wednesday of each month in the Pine Room of the Lyndhurst Community Centre.

On Wednesday 16 February we will be holding our AGM and the evening involves a Fun Quiz.

On Wednesday 16 March Graham Oliver will demonstrate Expressive Pastel Painting Visitors are always welcome and pay £3 at the door or alternatively visit our website at www.nfasoc.co.uk to see our gallery or contact the Membership Secretary, Christine Sinclair on 02380 848766.

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Happy New Year for 2011!

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87 Bure Lane, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 4DN www.waterfordlodgehotel.co.uk • Email: bookings@waterfordlodgehotel.co.uk

Tel: 01425 282100

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Index of advertisers Your quick guide to everyone and everything in your Directory...

Articles Balmer Lawn Hotel to showcase local student artwork .....................10 Chris Packham to judge photography competition at Master Builders......18 Gardening Tips....................................16 Make a Lasting Power of Attorney ..... 6 New Forest Association appalled at Forestry Commission sell off plans ....20 Builders Marpal ................................................ 5 Catering Services Sally Curtis Catering............................15 Community News New Forest Art Society .......................21 Waggy Tail..........................................20 Competitions Prize Wordsearch................................19 Dentists Solent House Dental Centre................11 Estate Agents Spencers of the New Forest ................24

Hotels & Restaurants Waterford Lodge Hotel ...................... 21 Insurance Age Concern ....................................... 3 Insurance Claim Management Aspray ................................................ 14 Interior Design Three B Design ................................... 5 Kitchens First Class Kitchens ............................. 9 Granite Transformations.................... 13 Plumbers P.A. Blake ........................................... 12 Printers UtharaPrint.com ................................ 23 Property Maintenance Chatfield’s Property Maintenance ..... 17 Ready Meals Mange To-Go ..................................... 8

Food & Drink Setley Ridge Vineyard & Farm Shop..... 8

Solicitors Heppenstalls....................................... 12 Scott Bailey......................................... 7

Funeral Directors R Hallum ............................................. 8

Stamps Rush Stamps....................................... 14

Garage Services Gates of Brockenhurst ........................12

Surveyors Kevin Shaw & Associates.................... 7

Garden Services Chatfield’s Garden Services ................17

Waste Services War on Waste .................................... 17

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